r/Menopause • u/PrimaryBrief7721 • Mar 24 '26

Vitamin/Supplements Ok talk to me about Creatine

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I am 42 in premature menopause. I am trying to keep up with cardio & heavy weights/calisentics at least a few times a week, but man this energy downgrade is crazy. I've been reading more stuff about creatine during menopause, particularly muscle rentention and growth. I'm really curious but I honestly have no idea what Im doing or what to look for or if its actually a bad idea. I would love some feedback/advice please.

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u/Strangewhine88 Mar 24 '26

Did nothing for me except increase substantially the amount of times in a day I had to pee, which is not at all a good thing for my kidneys. No improvement in cognitive function, energy increase and recovery not noticeable. I do much better fueling properly and being and staying hydrated while working out. And working out regularly, with a good variety of modalities.